Everything started off just fine. Laura was responsive and professional. She provided a few suggestions for what would work in my house and she came to my house for a meeting, during which she measured the windows I was focused on. The total cost of the project was probably around $8,500 - $10,000. Then, for reasons I cannot explain, Laura ghosted me. Wouldn't return my phone calls, texts or emails. I tried for about 2 weeks to get her to respond and she wouldn't even give me the courtesy of a "I don't think I can help you". I've encountered plenty of unprofessional people in the LIttle Rock contractor set - but you can usually see them coming. Laura, on the other hand, presents as a professional but clearly is not. I cannot provide any insight into her work, but I can absolutely state that you should at very least line up an alternative vendor as she is very likely to simply disappear with no explanation.
Description of Work: Blinds and shades throughout my appx. 4700 sq. ft. house
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
professionalism
1.0
responsiveness
1.0
$8,500
Kathryn S.
09/2015
5.0
window treatments
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The design part was great! Laura was professional and knowledgeable and was able to quote me a price on the spot that was determined by the size and type of blinds. I discussed the price with my husband that night and put a check for half in the mail the next day. So easy. The tricky part was the installing of the blinds because the windows line a steep staircase. Her guy that does installations is fearless! His wife came along to hold the ladder, which I'm very grateful. He even helped adjust the length of the pulls since I'm really short and the windows are very tall. Additionally, he installed little, clear cleats to tie up the long pulls on each window. We've had the blinds for several weeks and I couldn't be happier.
Description of Work: Laura helped with designing, ordering, and installing up-down bottom-up blinds on my five, two-story front windows that are on a staircase. She was very knowledgable about the blinds and helped pick out just the right type (honeycomb) and just the right color. Then, the blinds were installed about two weeks later. I paid half up front after we decided to go with her design and then half after the blinds were installed.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$1,000
Deborah B.
06/2015
5.0
window treatments
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unknown
Description of Work: Laura was very knowledgeable and professional. I was pleased with the quality of the draperies. They used the wrong lining the first time but she made it right and I am pleased with the final product as well as the installation.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$1,000
Carol P.
09/2010
5.0
window treatments
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I contacted Laura who responded promptly. She came to my house several times to consult with me regarding fabric, color choices, etc. She was personable and extremely patient while I made my decisions. Her prices seemed very reasonable and fair. The window treatments were ordered and installed within four weeks. She did not charge for the consultations or the installation. The window treatments are lovely and I am extremely pleased with her service. I will absolutely use her again.
Description of Work: Window treatments in den, office, kitchen, bedroom, master bath and media room. Custom drapes, roman shades, black out lining. cornice boards and two inch blinds.
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Laura's Draperies and Blinds is currently rated 4.8 overall out of 5.
Yes, Laura's Draperies and Blinds offers free project estimates.
No, Laura's Draperies and Blinds does not offer eco-friendly accreditations.
No, Laura's Draperies and Blinds does not offer a senior discount.
No, Laura's Draperies and Blinds does not offer emergency services.
No, Laura's Draperies and Blinds does not offer warranties.
Laura's Draperies and Blinds offers the following services: Customization of draperies, blinds, valances, shades, shutters, hardware of window.